We are excited to share with you “Community Perspectives”—inspiring stories of leadership and change from our 14 Best Start communities in Los Angeles County. Click below to download your copy in English or in Spanish:
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By, Katie Kurutz | Communications Specialist September 3, 2026 First 5 LA Happenings offers a snapshot of the events, partnerships, advocacy efforts, publications and other activities advancing our work on behalf of Los Angeles County’s children and families. From...
By, Ruel Nolledo | Freelance Writer August 24, 2026 In observance of Transgender History Month, First 5 LA is shining a spotlight on transgender parents who are working to build the best possible future for their families. Even in today's difficult sociopolitical...
Family, Friend, and Neighbor (FFN) caregivers provide trusted, flexible, and culturally responsive care for many families in Los Angeles County. This report examines the challenges FFN caregivers face, highlights early lessons from the Thriving Providers Project, and...
Los Angeles, CA (July 1, 2026) - First 5 LA Vice President, Center for Community Engagement and Policy, Aurea Montes-Rodriguez released the following statement in response to the FY 2026-2027 California state budget signed by Governor Newsom on June 29, 2026:...
POSTING DATE: June 25, 2026 DUE DATE: July 24, 2026 at 5:00 pm Pacific Time (PT) Updates: July 16, 2026: The following has been posted under the Questions & Answers Section: Policy Technical Assistance Consultant RFQ – Questions & Answers ELIGIBLE PROPOSERS...
By, Ruel Nolledo | Freelance Writer June 15, 2026 When freedom rings, not everyone hears it at the same time. Sometimes, the distance is too great for them to hear. At other times, the sound of freedom gets lost in the din, drowned out by the noise of others. When...
By, Ruel Nolledo | Freelance Writer June 15, 2026 First 5 LA's Board of Commissioners convened on June 11, 2026. During the meeting, commissioners approved the FY 2026-27 budget and continued their discussion on First 5 LA’s home visiting investments. Los Angeles...
By, Ruel Nolledo | Freelance Writer June 2, 2026 The idea of family is greater than the sum of its parts — especially for a young child. It’s more than just a father, a mother and their offspring. For a child, family is a feeling. Family feels, whether real or...
By, Katie Kurutz | Communications Specialist May 28, 2026 We are introducing a new column to our Early Childhood Matters newsletter called First 5 LA Happenings, designed to highlight our latest events, news, advocacy efforts, and publications. We hope you enjoy the...
By, Ruel Nolledo | Freelance Writer May 27, 2026 First 5 LA's Board of Commissioners convened on Thursday, May 14, 2026. In addition to approving several agreements, the commissioners received an update on First 5 LA's proposed FY 2026-27 budget, as well as a...
